AUBURN, Alabama -- Auburn coach Gene Chizik officially wished former defensive coordinator Ted Roof well in his future endeavors. Roof left Auburn on Wednesday to become the defensive coordinator at Central Florida.

"Ted has played an important role in the success of our football program, helping Auburn win 29 games in three years, including a national championship last season," Chizik said in a statement. "I'm very appreciative of the passion, energy and work ethic Ted brought to the program every day. I know that this will be a great opportunity for Ted to be reunited with his mentor in George O'Leary and we wish him and his family nothing but the best at UCF."

Chizik will address the media at noon today in a Chick-fil-Bowl press conference. Look for more coaching comments there. Stay tuned.